Technician I Per Diem-UCHC NSP (multiple vacancies)

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 207,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee education benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Per Diem I at Northern State Prison in Newark, NJ. The technician participates as part of the clinical and administrative medical team within the prison.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, drawing blood, sterile technique, and managing supplies; requires CMA/EMT/CNA certification, CPR, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Valid CMA, EMT, or CNA certification required.
• At least two years of progressively responsible healthcare experience.
• CPR Certification required.
• Valid driver’s license required; own vehicle or transportation to sites.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs, height and weight, and document in EMR.
• Assist physician/APP with procedures and prepare inmate for examination.
• Obtain specimen collection and handling, including blood draws.
• Assist with cleaning, sterilization and securing of equipment in Health Service Unit.
• Maintain supply stock and coordinate medication orders with pharmacy.

Job description

Job Category

Job Category Staff & Executive - Allied Health - Medical Assisting

Department

Department UCHC New Jersey State Prison N

Overview

University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,000 staff.
We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.
We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Per Diem I for Northern State Prison, located in Newark, NJ. The Technician I participates as a member of the clinical and administrative medical team at the Prison.

Among the duties for the position are:

• Takes vital signs, height and weight and documents in electronic medical records ( EMR ).
• Assists the physician/associate practitioner with procedures, including preparing the inmate for the examination.
• Obtains specimen collection and handling, including, but not limited to, drawing blood.
• Assists with the cleaning, sterilization and securing of equipment within the Health Service Unit.
• Maintains or assists in maintaining the supply stock in the Health Service Unit by ordering in a timely and appropriate manner. Maintains the supply stock in the examination rooms.
• Aggregates the orders of all medications and forwards to the pharmacy provider / local pharmacy.

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade

Grade 99H

Salary Details

Salary Details $18.45/hr

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 15.92

Mid Range Salary

Mid Range Salary 50.00

Maximum Salary

Maximum Salary 150.00

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Working Hours

Working Hours 19

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 40.00

Daily Work Shift

Daily Work Shift Rotating

Work Arrangement

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Certified Medical Assistant ( CMA ), Emergency Medical Technician ( EMT ), or Certified Nurse Assistant ( CNA ) certification required.
• At least two (2) years of progressively more responsible related healthcare experience involving multiple areas of knowledge, skill and abilities and demonstrating competencies to perform the essential duties of the position
• CPR Certification
• Valid Driver’s License is required. Must possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to anothe

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

As a first responder must have the physical capacity to perform CPR for at least 10 minutes. Physically able to assist in lifting and rotating patients who are unable to ambulate (up to 50 pounds).

Special Conditions

Must be approved by the Department of Corrections ( DOC ) and adhere to all DOC requirements.

Posting Number

Posting Number 26ST0699

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Off Campus

City

City Newark

State

State NJ

Northern State Prison, located in Newark, NJ

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Certified Nurse Assistant(CNA) certification?
  • EMT
  • CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
  • CMA (Certififed Medical Assistant)
• * Do you have at least two (2) years of progressively more responsible related healthcare experience involving multiple areas of knowledge, skill and abilities and demonstrating competencies to perform the essential duties of the position?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you currently CPR Certified?
  • yes
  • no
• * Do you have a valid driver's license and possess a vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Certifications/Licenses
• CPR Certification

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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